Precious Bane

Set in early 19th-century rural England, the novel follows Prudence Sarn, a young woman born with a harelip, which makes her an outcast in her superstitious community. Despite societal prejudice, she possesses a deep love for nature and a strong spirit. As she navigates love, hardship, and the ambitions of her ambitious brother, Gideon, Prudence’s journey becomes one of resilience, self-acceptance, and transformation.